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What is the primary function of gray matter in the CNS?
What is the primary function of gray matter in the CNS?
- To facilitate the transmission of nerve impulses
- To regulate body temperature
- To provide structural support to the brain
- To consist of dense collections of unmyelinated fibers and cell bodies (correct)
Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the regulation of mood and sleep?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the regulation of mood and sleep?
- Acetylcholine
- Serotonin (correct)
- Norepinephrine
- Dopamine
What is the function of the substantia nigra?
What is the function of the substantia nigra?
- Regulation of the autonomic nervous system
- Regulation of pain transmission
- Regulation of movement and fine motor control (correct)
- Regulation of mood and sleep
Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of emotions and behavior?
Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of emotions and behavior?
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What is the primary function of norepinephrine?
What is the primary function of norepinephrine?
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Which neurotransmitter is involved in the regulation of pain transmission?
Which neurotransmitter is involved in the regulation of pain transmission?
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What is the primary function of the dorsal horn of the spinal cord?
What is the primary function of the dorsal horn of the spinal cord?
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Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of muscle tone and coordination?
Which region of the brain is involved in the regulation of muscle tone and coordination?
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What is the primary function of GABA?
What is the primary function of GABA?
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Which region of the brain is divided into four regions?
Which region of the brain is divided into four regions?
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